Mandela is released from hospital

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Nelson Mandela, now back at his home, had suffered from a lung infection and had gallstones removed.

By CHRISTOPHER TORCHIA
Associated Press
December 27, 2012

JOHANNESBURG — Former South African President Nelson Mandela was released Wednesday from the hospital after being treated for a lung infection and having gallstones removed, a government spokesman said.

The 94-year-old anti-apartheid icon will continue to receive medical care at home. He had been in the hospital since Dec. 8.

“We thank the public and the media for the good wishes and for according Madiba and the family the necessary privacy,’’ said Maharaj in a prepared statement, using Mandela’s clan name, a term of affection.